Material Handler Operator

W. SILVER • Donna, TX

2d

About The Position

The Material Handler Operator safely operates assigned equipment to unload, load, process, transfer, and store materials. The role includes preparing materials for weighing and shipment, documenting product weights and information, completing loading and unloading paperwork, and securing photos when required. The operator follows the WSR 11 Rules of The Road, completes pre-operational checks, attends training and certification as requested, and reports injuries or damage immediately. The position also requires awareness of surrounding people and equipment and knowledge of material industry standards, grades, and attachments used with material handlers.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe operation of assigned equipment.
• Knowledge of material industry standards and grades.
• Knowledge of attachments used with assigned material handlers, such as slings, electromagnets, and grapples.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.
• Ability to push, pull, or carry up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to use hand tools and operator controls.

Responsibilities

• Follow, use, implement, and develop a deeper understanding of the WSR 11 Rules of The Road.
• Complete quality daily pre-operational checks before each shift and submit them to the Steel Yard Supervisor as directed.
• Safely operate assigned equipment to transfer materials during unloading, loading, processing, and movement to storage.
• Load and unload materials to or from designated vehicles, including open-top trailers, railcars, and roll-offs.
• Immediately report any injury or damage.
• Prepare material for weighing and record weight and other required product information on labels, tags, or other documents.
• Complete unload paperwork, including Outbound Loading Sheets or Unload Sheets, and other reports accurately, legibly, and on time; secure required loading or unloading photos.
• Attend and complete operator training and certification as requested.
• Use knowledge of attachments for assigned material handlers, such as slings, electromagnets, grapples, or other attachment devices.
• Prepare unprepared material for shipment.
• Remain aware of the surrounding work environment to operate equipment safely around other people and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor or department manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed